Jules Rimet
Jules Rimet was a French lawyer and football administrator, best known for being the third president of FIFA from 1921 to 1954. He played a pivotal role in the establishment of the FIFA World Cup, which was first held in 1930. Rimet's vision for an international football tournament helped to promote the sport globally and laid the foundation for what would become one of the largest sporting events in the world. He was also involved in the founding of the Red Star FC in Paris in 1897, demonstrating his early passion for the game. Rimet's contributions to football have left a lasting legacy, and the World Cup trophy was named in his honor.
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Jules Rimet was a young lawyer who became the third president of FIFA and co-founded the Red Star FC in Paris.
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